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For a satellite with an elliptical orbit and not a circular orbit, the potential energy varies with time.(a) True(b) FalseI got this question in final exam.This question is from Gravitation in chapter Gravitation of Physics – Class 11

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Correct option is (a) True

To elaborate: The potential energy of a satellite is;

PE = – (G X m x M)/(R+h)

h: Height above the surface of the planet

For an elliptical orbit, “h” changes with time. HENCE, the potential energy ALSO varies with time.



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